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Crafts & Hobbies Jewelry

Chain Mail Plus

Jewelry Projects Using Crystals, Charms & More

by (author) Sandy Haugen

Publisher
Kalmbach Books
Initial publish date
Dec 2017
Category
Jewelry
Recommended Age
16 to 18
Recommended Grade
11 to 12
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781627003858
    Publish Date
    Dec 2017
    List Price
    $32.95

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Out of print

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Description

Adding just a few embellishments to traditional chain mail weaves results in eye-catching, on-trend jewelry any woman can wear.Chain Mail Plus offers 20 projects with clear, easy-to-follow photos and step-by-step instructions that make it easy to understand exactly how to weave each piece.

An introduction to materials and tools helps beginners get off to a strong start. The projects are organized by jewelry type: Earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and jewelry sets. Most projects can be completed in a weekend, even by beginning jewelry makers.

The projects use a variety of traditional chain mail weaves, but the focus is on incorporating popular, easy-to-find embellishments to make each piece unique: Swarovski bicones, pearls, and briolettes; TierraCast charms and fancy links; semi-precious gemstone beads; and leather, ribbon, and varied types of chain. Sidebars provide alternate designs and color variations, and tips and hints throughout the book help jewelry makers achieve a professional, polished finish.

About the author

Contributor Notes

Sandy Haugen is a designer and jewelry maker with an innovative sense of style in British Columbia, Canada.